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2023-05-06, Beacon Rock State Park, 07📷 Steven Pavlov, CC BY-SA 4.0

Beacon Rock State Park

Skamania, WA

Views

A volcanic plug on the Washington bank of the Columbia, climbed by a trail of about 50 switchbacks and railings to an 848-foot summit. A Discover Pass is needed to park.

Nearest town
Skamania, WA
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
45.6290, -122.0217

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Campsites nearby

  • Lewis & Clark Campground & RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    2 mi from Beacon Rock State Park
    TentsMotorhomesElectricityShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Ainsworth CampgroundCampsite
    3 mi from Beacon Rock State Park · 42 pitches
    CaravansElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Wyeth CampgroundCampsite
    13 mi from Beacon Rock State Park
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Home Valley CampgroundCampsite
    13 mi from Beacon Rock State Park
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Panther Creek CampgroundCampsite
    15 mi from Beacon Rock State Park
    TentsCaravansToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • McNeil CampgroundCampsite
    18 mi from Beacon Rock State Park · 34 pitches
    TentsCaravansToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Washington · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Beacon Rock State Park?

Beacon Rock State Park is in Skamania, WA, at GPS 45.6290, -122.0217. It is about 7 mi from Cascade Locks.

Can you camp near Beacon Rock State Park?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Beacon Rock State Park Campground, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 67 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Beacon Rock State Park?

Beacon Rock State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Columbia Gorge east: Crown Point to Maryhill.

What is there to see near Beacon Rock State Park?

Places worth a stop nearby: Multnomah Falls (6 mi), Vista House (12 mi), Timberline Lodge (26 mi) and Trillium Lake (28 mi).

When is the best time to visit Beacon Rock State Park?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)